Turning Over a New Leaf
Starting the new year with self-care.
If you are planning to focus on self-care at the start of the year and recalibrate for a new year of health, wellness, success and serenity, then keep reading on for a few recommendations to include in the next few months to make your journey to turning over a new leaf a tad bit easier.
Aardvark Book Club is an app and website where readers purchase subscriptions and select books for delivery. Choose from romance, horror, literary fiction, thriller, sci-fi, magical realism, and more. Receive beautiful hardcover editions exclusive to Aardvark Book Club. Copies include soft matte finishes and colorful spine foils. They announce 5-6 of the hottest new releases on the first of every month. Make your monthly book selection in the app and fill your box with up to three books and your box is delivered straight to your doorstep.
If youʼre looking for a luxurious and health-conscious fragrance, Rosy & Earnest is a great choice. Fragrance without compromise is possible. This woman-owned and operated brand offers exclusive fine fragrances that are 100% transparent in their ingredient lists and worry-free for your health. As an EWG Verified™ brand, they meet strict health standards, full ingredient transparency, and good manufacturing practices. Theyʼre proudly the second eau de parfum brand worldwide and the very first in Canada to be EWG Verified™. Rosy & Earnest fragrances are vegan and have never been tested on animals. They donate 1% of profits to support the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics.
Apostrophe Puzzles elevates puzzle options with museum-quality jigsaw collections that celebrate the work of contemporary artists of color. With each puzzle based on an original painting, art collecting has never been easier. As a Black-owned, woman-led brand, Apostropheʼs curated collections showcase the talent, aesthetic, and perspective of artists of color. They also partner with nonprofits in communities of color, donating an additional percentage of each sale to expand arts accessibility and empower a new generation of emerging artists. These stunning and impactful puzzles are made of 100% recycled chipboard and printed with eco-friendly, non-toxic ink.
Matterʼs single-use products are made from plants and natural fibers, so youʼre using items made from nature that will return to nature. If certified for home composting, your backyard compost pile or bin is perfect for putting Matter items. All Matter products fully break down in a composting environment, either industrial or home, or often both. Composting is a safe and natural way to reduce landfill waste. As Matter products compost, they return valuable nutrients back into the soil vs. potential toxins that traditional plastics can leave behind. By purchasing Matter products, you support Folds of Honor, and the work they do to help fund educational scholarships for the families of fallen or injured American heroes.
Crafted from real silver and copper, Coin of Harmony uses natural science to purify water on contact—no chemicals or wasteful filters required. While this is a brand-new product, the practice of using silver and copper to purify water dates back centuries. Ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians all understood the antibacterial properties of these metals. Today, astronauts on the ISS even rely on a silver-based water purification system. (Fun fact: did you know “silverware” originated from silverʼs bacteria-killing powers?) This product brings that power to our daily water bottles. Simply place the coin in a water bottle, fill it with water, and shake. Itʼs designed to stay in the bottle, keeping your water purified with every refill.
Whether winter and spring chills or just a rainy, cold day in, this mulling spice kit is the answer to some quality me-time. Add it to some mulling cider or red wine for a warm beverage to enjoy while reading a book or watching a movie. Comes with a convenient three-serving pouch and has a classic blend of all your seasonal favorite spices. Add to it the herbal Red Hot Toddy Candle which features a red rooibos base accompanied by hints of apple and cinnamon, and you are winning at quality you-time. Handcrafted from a natural soy blend infused with essential oils, the candle is proudly made in the USA with a focus on sustainability. Allow the curated aromas to fill your space, creating a serene and joyful ambiance.
